DORIS KERUBO
Summary
Certified and experienced Surgical Health Nurse offering 10 plus years of experience in nursing and healthcare. Expert in managing all aspects of patient care with proven leadership, delegation skills and mentoring abilities. Consistently achieve optimal patient outcomes. Delivers top-notch care to patients with diverse surgical histories. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan and evaluate patient care. Highly observant, diligent and dedicated patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Health Nurse
VIHIGA COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITALV
Maragoli
01.2018 - Current
- Conducting thorough assessments patients before surgery to identify any risks or concerns that might impact the surgical procedure or recovery process
- Conducting thorough assessments of patients before surgery to identify any risks or concerns that may impact the surgical procedure or recovery process.
- Providing patients with information about their surgical procedure, including what to expect before, during, and after surgery, as well as instructions for preoperative preparation and postoperative care.
- Assisting surgeons and other members of the surgical team during procedures by preparing surgical instruments, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing support as needed.
- Monitoring patients' vital signs and physiological status during surgery to ensure their safety and well-being.
- Monitoring patients closely after surgery to assess their recovery progress, managing pain and discomfort, and providing wound care as needed.
- Advocating for patients' needs and concerns throughout the surgical process, ensuring that they receive appropriate care and support.
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, such as surgeons, anesthesiologists, and physical therapists, to coordinate comprehensive care for surgical patients.
- Facilitating smooth transitions between preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care settings to ensure continuity of care for patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Implementing measures to prevent surgical site infections and other complications, and adhering to strict protocols for maintaining a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Following-up with patients after discharge to assess their recovery progress, address any concerns or complications, and provide additional support or resources as needed.
- Documenting all patient information, including service plans, treatment reports, and progress notes
- Record patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
General Health Nurse
KENDU BAY ADVENTIST HOSPITALK
Kindu
10.2011 - 12.2017
- Tracked client movement on and off the unit by documenting times and destinations of clients
- Ensured that all legal documents were duly filled and filed in compliance with the law
- Responded promptly and effectively to mental health crises, utilizing appropriate crisis management techniques and ensuring patients' safety and stabilization
- Took patients pulse, blood pressure and temperature, also observed and recorded the condition of patients
- Educated patients and their families on mental disorders and other aspects of therapeutic regimens, including medications
- Maintained absolute confidentiality in respect of every patient's medical record and history
- Coordinated patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with the hospital discharge policy
- Ensured a tidy, safe clinical environment for patient and the healthcare team's safety
- Administered medication to patients presenting serious risk of danger to themselves and others
- Ensured that all required observations, prescribed treatment and procedures are properly carried out in accordance with nursing standards
- Conducted outreach advocacy and rehabilitative services for regular cases and crisis intervention
- Documented all patient information, including service plans, treatment reports, and progress notes.
Education
Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing -
KENDU ADVENTISTS SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SERVICES
09.2011
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
ST ANDREWS KAGGWA GIRLS
11.2006
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
ERONGE ADVENTIST BOARDING PRIMARY SCHOOL
11.2002
Skills
- Wound Management
- Patient Education
- Medication Administration
- Unit Administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient rights advocacy
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Nasogastric tube insertion
- Seizure Management
- Ventilator care
- Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Certification
Nck Licensure
Kenya Registered Community Health Nurse (KRCHN), KRCHN (20931), Kenya
Other Professional Trainings
2023- Training in First Response to post-partum hemorrhage
References
Provided on request
Affiliations
- Expert on Patient Monitoring Systems
- Anesthesia Machines and technique
- Knowledge on Surgical Instruments
- Surgical Drapes and Sterile supplies skills
- Wound Closure and management techniques
Timeline
Surgical Health Nurse
VIHIGA COUNTY REFERRAL HOSPITALV
01.2018 - Current
General Health Nurse
KENDU BAY ADVENTIST HOSPITALK
10.2011 - 12.2017
Diploma in Kenya Registered Community Health Nursing -
KENDU ADVENTISTS SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SERVICES
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
ST ANDREWS KAGGWA GIRLS
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
ERONGE ADVENTIST BOARDING PRIMARY SCHOOL
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